Back up made easy

If you need to back up files from your pc to an external hard drive on a regular basis you may find it somewhat of a chore.

Microsoft have now released SyncToy v2.0 as a beta and to quote the download site ” Most common operations can be performed with just a few clicks of the mouse, and additional customization is available without additional complexity. SyncToy can manage multiple sets of folders at the same time; it can combine files from two folders in one case, and mimic renames and deletes in another case. Unlike other applications, SyncToy actually keeps track of renames to files and will make sure those changes get carried over to the synchronized folder.”

Its free and easy to use so there’s no excuse to give it a try.

Diarmuid

Overview of Web 2.0 services

I came across this post recently and thought people might be interested. Its from The Office 2.0 Database blog by Ismael Ghalimi. In this post he lists the web 2.0 services that he uses on a day to day basis as alternatives to locally installed software and also a host of alternative services that people can use.

Most, but not all, are free services. So it’s well worth a look if you are looking to start working/studying/researching/living virtually.

Diarmuid